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Indianapolis, In, Us

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

* Planned, organized, and implemented business process from the ground up with a successful business plan * Managed daily operations and finances including event scheduling, accounting, and marketing * Worked in partnership with local non-profits to ensure positive marketing for RIPCORD Events * Facilitated all client and vendor meetings, in person and virtually, as well as and event site visits * Ensured compliance with federal and state business licensing, including but not limited to the creation of LLC and legal business contracts * Developed all client agreements and oversaw vendor contract management * Maintained ongoing relationships with past, present, and future vendors and clients* Handled management and logistics for onsite and virtual events including pre-event planning, onsite event management, and post-event teardown and wrap-up

Remote

* Planned, developed, and implemented new digital initiatives to create sales processes utilizing dealership CRM * Managed a team of 12 sales associates * Increased sales and internet department closing percentages through lead scoring and tracking * Exceeded individual and departmental sales goals with an increase of over 130% for 11 consecutive months * Led virtual cross-functional team conference calls with up to 10 individuals * Proven success in managing accounts, customers, deadlines, and projects while working remotely offsite * Ambassador for the dealership at regional and national conventions * Managed incoming online and internet leads from multiple third party vendors and accounts * Proven success in increasing customer retention; measured monthly, quarterly and annually. * Completed sales process follow up for 120 days, from first online contact to final sale, for upwards of 1,000 customers weekly

Indianapolis, Indiana

• Facilitated the coordinated all company client events such as: 2015 NFF Gala in New York, New York, 2015 Hendricks Health Holiday Party, 2015 Sales Force Staff Holiday Party, 2015 PRI Convention Booth for IndyCar, 2016 Allison Transmission All Staff Meetings at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 2016 IMG/WME Final Four "Night Before the Final Four Party" & 2016 IMG/WME Official Final Four Tailgate event in Houston, Texas, 2016 REV event, all 2016 500 Festival events, 2016 M2M Event, and 2016 Miller Lite Carb Day at Indianapolis Motor Speedway• Projected all event budgets and controlled all event expenses• Booked all travel and accommodations for staff and production crews for all necessary out-of-state events• Created event packets which included detailed event design, layouts, timelines, production schedules, and other key information for clients and staff to review prior to event and then utilize to produce event• Supervised event and production staff in presenting clients an event that exceeded their expectations

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

•Directed and managed large scale rebrand project development from beginning to end including the 2014 Lucas Oil Stadium rebrand (June 2014 – October 2014), 2015 Adidas Major League Soccer season rebrand (October 2014 – Present) including the 2015 MLS All Star Game, and the United States Military Academy campus wide rebrand (November 2014 – September 2014)•Developed full-scale project strategy including site surveys, site visits, internal and external project timelines, and installation plan•Primary liaison between the company and the client ensuring effective communication of overall goals and expectations to the project team members•Managed install managers, vendors, and contractors while onsite for projects while also resolving conflicts or issues, tracking milestones, and keeping the critical deliverables on track

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

• Solely led and managed all events and logistics for held in the United States including both national and international events (32 events annually), including the World Cup Synchronized Diving Trials, FINA Grand Prix, AT&T National Championships, Junior Pan American Diving Championships, and Winter National Championships • Led the organization through a comprehensive, effective, and impartial bid process to chose the site for the 2016 Olympic Trials event • Supervised local organizing committee volunteers and facility staff on setup, equipment, logistics, ticket prices, credentialing, and marketing of events in order for events to follow organization standards and rules of the sport• Oversaw event site bidding and selection process for all events• Regulated all event and operation budgets for organization• Coordinated all hotel blocks and travel arrangements for all USA Diving staff and Officials for events

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

*Directed and executed all events and logistics for the nation’s largest half-marathon: OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon (35,000 participants), 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Expo, the Mini-Marinarathon (pasta party), 500 Festival Post Race Party, Finish Line 500 Festival 5K (4,000 participants),and the 500 Festival Training Series (5K, 10K, 15K events with over 7,000 participants)* Managed all ticket sales and operations for the 500 Festival Snakepit Ball, the Character Breakfast, and the Merchandising and Licensing program* Led a committee for the Mini-Marathon composed of 100+ volunteers, board members, city and state officials, and military personnel* Handled all necessary city, building, and state permitting for all 500 Festival events (10-15 permits each year)* Solely responsible for complete overhaul and improvement of event emergency and inclement weather plans with the assistance of local and national agencies* Secured equipment needs for all events by working closely with event sponsors, contractors, and vendors including: rental vehicles, box trucks, generators, tents, chairs, tables, signage, structures, sound systems, video boards, linens, catering, participant t-shirts, medals, participant food, water, and Gatorade* Worked closely with Volunteer Manager to oversee and direct 4,000 volunteers for Mini-Marathon* Oversaw Mini-Marathon hotel block and all contracts with 27 hotels within the Indianapolis area* Supervised and organized equipment needs and inventory at offsite warehouse* Managed five contract employees, one full-time employee, and one seasonal intern* Regulated 4 event budgets (over $1 million) while effectively forecasting throughout the year

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

*Coordinated and managed events such as: 2007 Assemblies of God Convention, 2006 Heartland Film Festival Gala, Cirque Du Soleil's Delirium Tour (2 years running), NBA and WNBA games, Disney on Ice shows, Blue Man Group, hockey games, AFL games, high school graduations and college basketball tournaments, concerts,community fundraisers, theater shows, large banquets, meetings, and other ancillary events* Implemented creative plans and logistics for all events, while keeping within a budget* Supervised internal and external staff throughout setup, showtime, and tear out of events* Met with clients, promoters, production personnel, and internal staff to plan and execute all event needs andproduction requirements* Configured maps and diagrams of event layouts for internal and external use

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

*Developed and scheduled information for onsite promotions* Executed onsite promotions at various locations and events for WIBC* Developed plans for future promotions with clients, sponsors, and internal staff

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

* Selected and handled game entertainment for 2002 WNBA Season* Operated timeouts, halftimes, and choose contestants for on-court promotions* Facilitated the coordination of mascot appearances and promotions throughout state of Indiana* Designed an internal database with all probable game entertainment and contact information* Assisted event coordinators with production details and execution of concerts, circus event, Indiana Pacer games,Ice games, and company events

Bachelor Degree, Marketing

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